Skin Deep – July 2016
South Warrington News
Welcome to ‘Skin Deep’ – This month’s
feature looks at
‘Choosing a Sun Screen –
Select the Right One for You’.
Any questions, just ask Dr. Angie Winnington-Sharp – www.cheshireskinclinic.com angie@cheshireskinclinic.com or
01925 263660 & 07967 481594.
Next month ‘Skin in your
Thirties can be Your Best Ever’.
We all know that we
should wear sunscreen, but sometimes the choice of products seems utterly
bamboozling, and the prices vary hugely. Sunscreen should really be a part of
every skin care regime and selecting one with a broad spectrum that protects
against UVA and UVB is crucial. The ingredients are controlled by the FDA in
order to maintain high standards and act effectively. They do this by protecting
against premature ageing, reducing the risk of skin cancer, decreasing
inflammation and providing a non-irritating physical, chemical and biological
barrier against ambient UV light.
Other important
characteristics may be water resistance and the degree of sun protection
offered (SPF), normally over 25 is adequate with regular re-application. If the
sunscreen binds to the skin effectively, it can also act to repair any existing
damage, thus increasing the degree of protection. Natural botanical ingredients
can help to produce a smooth, shear coverage without the unpleasant sunscreen
odour and white/oily appearance that can be associated with some of the
thicker, greasy formulations.
It is best to apply
sunscreen around 30 minutes before exposure, and always staggered with other
products/make-up to allow it to bind successfully to the skin. If you feel that
your sunscreen in addition to your other skin regime products are too ‘heavy’
when all applied during the day, use your non-sun protecting products at night,
this has the added benefit of allowing them longer to act in the absence of
make-up.
